London: Police in the southwestern city of Bristol, England, said on Wednesday that around 200 Protestors had gathered for the second ‘Kill the Bill’ anti-lockdown protests. Later 14 arrests have been made. A similar demonstration turned violent a few days ago. Local Avon and Somerset Police reported that these arrests have been made in various offenses, including violating the Covid-19 lockdown law and obstructing the highway.
Authorities tried to disperse the protesters as the gathering was banned to halt the Coronavirus epidemic. The footage of Tuesday night’s performance has surfaced in which the protesters are seen chanting “Our Streets” and “Shame on You”. Superintendent of Police Claire Armis said, “It is a matter of great disappointment that the officers had to take action on the day we should remember those who lost their lives last year due to the Covid-19.”
The communities of Bristol have made a lot of sacrifices and worked hard to defeat the virus. Thus, it is unacceptable for people to insult their efforts. ” The so-called ‘Kill the Bill’ protesters are protesting against the government’s police, crime, punishment and court bill that will give the police more powers to deal with the protest. The protest turned violent over the weekend and the protesters attacked the police station. 21 officers were injured in this violence.
